Investors who can stay patient may have the real edge heading into 2026. On Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Truist (TFC) Chief Investment Officer and Chief Market Strategist Keith Lerner to break down what surprised him most in 2025 and why resilient corporate profits kept this bull market alive. Lerner outlines a “weight of the evidence” outlook for 2026, encompassing the labor market, Fed rate-cut expectations, and where sector leadership may persist beyond the AI trade.
Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned.
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